My Review of ProjectFit: A Face-Scanning App for a Better Mask Fit...For me, the hardest part of my sleep apnea journey has been finding a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) mask that fits comfortably, doesn’t leak, and isn’t painful. This is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What’s in a Name? Why Diagnosis Matters...On top of having obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), I also have endometriosis, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and restless legs syndrome (RLS). I also have some other symptoms that I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Irritated Eyes? Could Be a Complication of Sleep Apnea...It is not your imagination playing tricks. Your sleep apnea may be causing your eyes to feel dry and irritated. Several studies have shown a link between obstructive sleep apnea...
FeaturedRisking surgery with General Anesthetic...Hi all. I'm posting this from the UK where medical practice might be different from the USA for example. My question is directed to members with sleep apnoea who have...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSurgery
FeaturedHigh Altitudes and CPAP...Planning on a hike with High Altitudes and no electricity for 8 days. So batteries are a must.....and a travel machine. But what machines go above 10,000 feet, or up...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCPAP
How Self-doubt Sabotages Your Success With CPAP Therapy and How to Dig Yourself Out...I recently wrote about emotions and how they impact your sleep apnea. In this article, I want to address self-doubt or negative emotions, and how they make your success with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
online shopping...hi, i am on expanded medicaid but will be switching to an aca plan soon and the shortly after medicare. i just found out i need a apap machine. i...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTips & AdviceNewly Diagnosed
AirSense 10s Versus AirSense 11 CPAP Machines...My old machine worked but it was time for a new machine since I’ve had it for over 8 years. This is my experience with the AirSense 10 CPAPs for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Headaches, Migraines, and Neck or Shoulder Pain With Sleep Apnea...Pain in the neck? Fear not, dear reader, for you do not suffer alone. More than half of people living on earth deal with chronic, or long-lasting, neck pain each...
Best Mask...What is the BEST full face mask to use with Full Dentures?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCentral Sleep Apnea
Cpap headgear...#sleepapneaawareness I’ve tried many different masks and I have trouble with the headgear. It keeps moving and doesn’t stay on. I’ve tried different head coverings and coverings over the straps...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCPAP
Review of Fisher and Paykel Evora Full Face Mask...I've always used nasal masks with my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine for my sleep apnea, but recently my nasal mask has been leaking so I decided to try...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
More Water Please… Distilled...When you have sleep apnea and use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, the moisture content is very important. Managing distilled water and humidity with a CPAP is a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Bernie...I have had sleep apnea for probably 15 years have a hard time adjusting the face it sucks here it's hard to find the right fit. Of course I do...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
My Story...My name is Janet, and I have been told by family members that I snore. Then my husband told me I stopped breathing, and I didn’t believe him. I went...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
New to sleep apnea...I was recently put on a Bipap machine. What are some tips I could use?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Handling My Emotions After a Sleep Apnea Diagnosis...Whenever you’re diagnosed with a health condition, whether it’s sleep apnea, cancer, diabetes, or any other health problems, you’re going to go through some severe emotions. Here’s how I handled...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Straps on neck...I recently tried another mask/headgear system because of the tight straps on the sides of my neck, cutting some circulation and causing headaches, pain even numbness. I need to use...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Using CPAP on a plane...Has anyone successfully used their CPAP on a plane? I have a 10-hour overnight flight coming up and am going to try it. I have Dreamstation 2 and a pilot...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTravel
CPAP lines on cheeks...#sleepapneaawareness How do I get rid of them?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
